Fantasy Football News, Rankings, Waiver Wire, Sleepers

We've had several strong running back draft classes enter the NFL in recent years, but the 2026 class left a lot to be desired for fantasy football. Just three running backs were selected inside the first two rounds of April's draft, though we did see a pair of former Notre Dame backs picked inside Round […]

The 2026 NFL Draft class wasn't the strongest or most well-rounded group we've seen in recent years for fantasy football on paper, but we did see eight wide receivers selected in the first two rounds, headlined by Carnell Tate, Makai Lemon, and Jordyn Tyson. Needless to say, the franchises that selected these wideouts expect them […]

Even the best prospects in fantasy football have downsides, whether it's injury concerns, a below-average offense, or competition for playing time. The middle rounds are when the scale begins to tip in the risks' favor. The players with minimal risk are off the board, and it's time to select from the imperfect bunch. In this […]

Mid-round wide receivers are the backbone of many great fantasy football teams. Yes, they won't get as many points as your superstar RB or the WR1 you drafted in the first round, but fantasy leagues are often won and lost because of depth. If you draft a WR, RB, and QB in the first three […]

It's time for another round of our updated PPR fantasy football draft rankings! With training camps in progress, injury news, beat reporter hype, and relevant coach-speak will heavily influence ADP, and some incoming info will impact our rankings. However, if you're drafting in early August, you can only go off the information currently available, which can lead […]

  In-Season Weekly Rankings and Preparing for Fantasy Football Drafts Welcome to our updated fantasy football weekly rankings. To begin your fantasy football preparation during draft season, or weekly once the season starts, our rankings help you research the top players for developments, role changes, and other factors that can influence their updated season projections. […]

Upside. League-winner. Ceiling. These terms, especially in June and July, are thrown around far too often. Once August rolls around, however, and the pads go on, the term shrinks in its use. That doesn't mean we shouldn't be on the lookout for any player with this kind of potential. Potential. That's another frequently used buzzword, […]

Picking the right RB1 can quietly decide whether your 2026 fantasy football roster has a real shot at the championship or spends the year chasing points on the waiver wire. Right now, a tight group of running backs -- Omarion Hampton, De'Von Achane, Chase Brown, and Kenneth Walker III -- are landing in nearly the […]

This article highlights five of the top rookie targets for the 2026 fantasy football season. These players stand out because of their talent, opportunity, and late-season upside, but they are not the only rookies worth drafting. Rookies can change fantasy seasons. In dynasty leagues, they are the most important selections of every rookie draft. In... […]

Multiple factors should determine the viability of incorporating a Zero RB approach as you consider strategies to address the position in upcoming drafts. This underscores the importance of creating a flexible plan that helps you adjust to developments that emerge during the draft process. That could include targeting players from other positions if managers in […]

We are now days away from the fantasy football season kicking off. The NFL Combine, draft, and Hall of Fame Game are now things of the past. With draft season in full force, it’s time to identify players that offer the best return on your investment. Fantasy Championships aren’t won by players selected in the […]

Every fantasy manager wants to draft the new and exciting young players. It's why Marvin Harrison Jr. had a first-round ADP in his rookie season. It's why Ashton Jeanty had a first-round ADP in his rookie season last year. It's why Jeremiyah Love is being taken in the first two rounds of fantasy drafts this […]

Anyone can make a prediction, but few have the intestinal fortitude to put themselves out there and get a little crazy in doing so. It’s hard to win fantasy football championships without taking some risks; mild takes need not apply. It’s time to turn the heat up with some bold predictions. Always expect the unexpected. […]

Best ball leagues have drafters picking long before training camp and the NFL preseason. Everyone loves drafting and then watching how the team shakes out. In the past, I examined the historical data for Fantasy Football Players Championship (FFPC) formats. The data uncovers where drafters scooped up potential values to win best ball leagues. Using […]

There is always some value to find at the running back position in the middle rounds. Whether you are looking for a high-upside running back or a serviceable RB2 after the first few rounds, there are always running backs who emerge as sleepers. Last year, Javonte Williams, Jaylen Warren, Quinshon Judkins, and Travis Etienne Jr. […]

This premium article is part of our 2026 Fantasy Football Draft Kit and a free sample of the expert analysis loaded up in RotoBaller's Draft Kit. Enjoy this premium article for free for a limited time. All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. The word "sleeper" has come to mean many […]

Mock drafting is the fantasy football equivalent of singing in the shower. It is a completely safe, low-stakes environment where you can belt out your wildest strategic tunes without a single soul judging your questionable life choices. Want to see what happens if you ignore running backs until the sixth round? Go for it. Curious […]

It's the most wonderful time of the year. Every NFL team has now reported to training camp, and the pads are coming on. As such, we're almost in the thick of fantasy football draft season. Who should you draft? Who should you avoid? Those are the biggest questions most drafters have heading into their fantasy […]

The 2026 NFL season is fast approaching. Fantasy football draft prep is heating up, meaning it's time to dive into my league-losing picks for the upcoming year. Last season, I listed Nico Collins, Brock Bowers, Breece Hall, Jameson Williams, and Courtland Sutton as landmines to avoid. While not all of those players were "league-losing picks," […]

Some NFL teams have the same WR1 year-over-year. Puka Nacua, Ja'Marr Chase, and Amon-Ra St. Brown come to mind. These guys aren't going anywhere, and they're set to produce for fantasy teams once again in 2026. Other teams turn over more often, either via trades, free agency, or the NFL Draft. New players assume new […]

This premium article is part of our 2026 Fantasy Football Draft Kit and a free sample of the expert analysis loaded up in RotoBaller's Draft Kit. Enjoy this premium article for free for a limited time. All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. Best ball championships may feel as though they're built on your […]

With just over a month to go until the 2026 regular season begins, there is limited time for rookie drafts to take place, and those of you who have waited this late into the offseason to draft have more information to work with. We're here to help you make the right pick every time with […]

We often think of late-round picks who smash ADP as league winners in fantasy football. While those late-round hammers are great, it's also important to nail your early round picks. Those can be league winners as well. Just think about Puka Nacua last year. That's what we're focusing on in my league winners column: early […]

Who will be crowned champ of the RotoBaller Challenge? We are happy to announce the ninth annual RotoBaller Fantasy Football Challenge 🍾 Fight for the title in 12-team head-to-head leagues. Also compete for the crown against all teams and leagues for a chance to win $500 in cash prizes. Drafts will take place from August 7th through September 8th. Reserve […]

This article is back for the third year in a row. Alvin Kamara and Javonte Williams were hits in the 2025 edition, while Joe Mixon and James Conner were not so much (but that was mostly due to injury). As always, with many of my articles, I won't highlight the obvious players who fit the […]

This premium article is part of our 2026 Fantasy Football Draft Kit and a free sample of the expert analysis loaded up in RotoBaller's Draft Kit. Enjoy this premium article for free for a limited time. All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. Best ball drafts present a unique landscape where drafters don't necessarily […]

We're in mid-July, meaning the 2026 NFL Draft class is not far away from making their impacts at the next level! Rookie drafts go on all offseason long, and we're always here to help you crush your fantasy football drafts, regardless of format. Below, check out our updated top 80 rookie rankings for fantasy football. These […]

We are about to head into the biggest draft month of the fantasy football season, so it is time to start rolling out my 2026 rankings by position. Here I share my latest top 30 at publish time, along with strategic recommendations in one-QB and superflex leagues. My full rankings, which go even deeper than […]

Every season, some players go so late in fantasy football drafts and eventually emerge as league winners. Players like Drake Maye, Javonte Williams, Alec Pierce, and Harold Fannin Jr. were some of the late-round steals in fantasy drafts last summer. This year, more late-round steals will emerge. In this article, we'll dive into the eight […]

We're inching closer to the start of the 2026 NFL regular season, meaning tons of first-year players are getting ready to debut. As training camps move forward, it's time for an updated look at our rookie fantasy football running back rankings for 2026. The updated 2026 rookie RB rankings are constructed by Matt Donnelly, Phil Clark, […]

This premium article is part of our 2026 Fantasy Football Draft Kit and a free sample of the expert analysis loaded up in RotoBaller's Draft Kit. Enjoy this premium article for free for a limited time. All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. Fantasy football drafts are typically defined by the […]

July's coming to a close, which means the whole RotoBaller family is in full swing for fantasy football. Let's go! Some may say it's the most wonderful time of the year -- except, of course, when the influx of normies starts to destroy our favorite ADP values. The term sleeper has become a bit taboo […]